Getting Creative with Photos and Video

Tell better stories using the myriad of fun and artistic features built into Nikon…

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Competitive Edge

Andrew Hancock on sports photography

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Rich Clarkson: The Right Place at the Right Time to Get the Shots

Rich Clarkson, an acclaimed photojournalist, who…

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Turning Point

Jim Graham opens his creative eyes

Getting Creative with White Balance

Try getting creative with your camera's white balance for some interesting results.

Imagine That

Nope, we didn't make a mistake. The photos you see here were not taken by several different photographers;…

What it Takes

David X. Tejada on minimalist lighting with Speedlights

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Canyon Country Shooting

Tips for taking great photos of the Southwestern United States

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Quick Tips for Taking Better Portraits

Suggested Lens choices, exposure settings and focus modes

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Taking Better Photographs on the Water

Harbors, bays, oceans and rivers all have one thing in common—interesting and…

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At Large: Diplomatic Relations

Karen Kasmauski on photographing in chaotic environments

Setting White Balance

How do I set my camera’s white balance for different lighting situations?

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Summer Lyn: Photographing Babies, Toddlers & Kids

Careful planning or just being lucky—both can work in your favor.

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Flash Photography the Easy Way

David Tejada's easy-does-it flash tips

Photographing People Using Wireless Lighting Techniques

Tom Bol's images inspire new ways of taking a portrait photo.

Advanced

Picture Controls Step-by-Step

Utilize Picture Controls in-camera or during post-processing to change the look of your…

Zoo and Wildlife Photography

Spend a day at the zoo with wildlife photographer Julie Larsen Maher

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Capture NX 2: Lesson 6

Discover how to make the colors in a landscape more vivid.

Motion Detection

Motion Detection helps you take sharper pictures

Getting Started: How to Hold Your D-SLR Camera

Getting sharper, more in-focus pictures can be as simple as learning how…

Beginner

Easy Panorama Mode

The Easy Panorama Mode combines multiple shots into a seamless 180- or 360-degree panoramic picture.

Add a Human Element to Your Photographs

Applying this simple technique will add interest to your photos.

Beginner

Speedlight Tutorial: Artificial Sunlight Technique

David Tejada uses Speedlights to add a late afternoon look to a scene

Capturing the Essence of an Athlete in Photographs

Although many photographers look for the perfect moment, what Dave…

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Control Color for Maximum Impact

David Mendelsohn shoots color as monochrome

Built-in World Maps

Track where you've been shooting; locate Points of Interest.

Tips for Using Your Pop-up Flash

Use your camera's pop-up flash to provide the extra light you need to improve your…

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Balancing Photo Exposures with Nikon's Active D-Lighting

Bring light to the shadows with Nikon's Active D-Lighting

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The Stories that Can be Told Through Photography

Commercial photographer Arthur Meyerson likes his photos to say the most…

Taking Natural Looking Photos of Your Kids

This video with professional photographer Ann Cutting will help you get great…

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Photographing NYC’s Times Square at night

Big cities like New York are full of great places to take photographs, with the…

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Capture NX 2: Lesson 3

Find out how to remove specks of dust on an image, with naturally looking results.

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Capture NX 2: Lesson 7

Learn how to straighten a tilted image.

How To Take Better Travel Photos

When you're planning your next trip or vacation, spend some time planning for the photos…

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Making Pictures in the Rain

Just because it's raining doesn't mean there aren't great pictures waiting to be made.

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Think About Your Subject Before You Begin Shooting

Find out why thinking about your photos can be as important as taking…

Geotagging: Do More with your Images and Videos

GPS, Geolocation and Geotagging

Flash Points: The Control of Light

Color temperature, rear sync, slow sync: Three key elements in flash photography.

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GPS

Embed GPS data in your images and track where you've been.

Playtime

Laurie Bailey's effortless picture making meathod

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Sum Total

Stewart Halperin on photographing vibrant colors

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Thomas D. Mangelsen Understands the Behavior of the Animals he Photographs

Photography is about much more than taking…

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Miles of Aisles

Kevin Kubota establishes his clients' comfort level before the wedding, so that on the big day they will…

Getting the Shots Nobody Else Thought Of

From football stadium to concert stage, David Bergman gets the goods.

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Capture NX 2: Lesson 9

Find out how to brighten up the dark edges of an image caused by vignetting.

In Praise of Details

Finding the details in the everyday things around us can make for interesting photographs.

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Tips for Taking Pictures on Airplanes

For interesting from-the-air photos try these techniques the next time you fly.

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Capturing Cats in Pictures

With a little patience you too can make great pictures of your pet cat or kitten.

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Photograph Family and Friends During the Holidays

The holidays are prime picture-taking time. Get some great tips on…

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Photo Tips from Across America

Nikon training specialist, Kristine Bosworth, covers the country and sends photography…

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Assignment: Road Trip

Bob Krist pursues persons of interest

Extreme Adventure

Adventure photographer Corey Rich goes to great lengths—and great heights— to get the shot.

Photojournalist Turned Digital Pioneer Travels the World Taking Pictures

A lifetime of photography takes Nick Didlick…

Shooting Spectacular Sunrises and Sunsets

Jim Harmer’s tips for photographing at dawn and dusk

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Tips for Shooting Sports

Sports shooter Bill Sallaz knows what he wants and where to stand in order to get it

The Long Run

Jim Brandenburg chases the light

Locale Hero

Lens Lore and Light Readings with Dave Black

John Shaw: A Photographer's Vision Simplified

See how one of the foremost nature, outdoor and natural history…

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One Shot: City Lights

Mark Alberhasky's silhouette of people against bright Times Square signage

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Reaction Time

John Solano says that for him, photographing weddings is a lot like photographing sports.

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The Versatile Appeal of the D600

See what makes the D600 an appealing camera

Scene Auto Selector

A COOLPIX feature that recognizes the type of scene or setting and automatically selects the…

Image Overlay: Combining Images Together In-Camera

Image Overlay lets you combine multiple images together in-camera

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Active D-Lighting

Active D-Lighting optimizes high contrast images to restore the shadow and highlight details that are…

Getting the "Cool" Look

My daughter, Kiara, wanted some pictures of herself with her new guitar. She was looking for some…

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3D Focus Tracking

3D focus tracking automatically shifts the focus point to follow the movement of the subject. With the…

Taking Pictures at Dusk and at Night

How do I take pictures at dusk and at night?

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Advanced Wireless Lighting

Advanced wireless lighting is the use of multiple Speedlights set up for wireless remote…

What Your Favorite Films Can Teach You About Making Films

Steve Heiner creates a short D-movie based on blockbusters that…

Preserve and Protect: Got a Backup Plan for Your Photos?

Don't lose those precious photos. Make sure you've got a backup…

Photographing the Elusive Alaskan Marmot

Moose does what it takes to document the habits of an endangered species.

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Outside Shots: Go Long

Tony Sweet on revealing the invisible in images

Exposure Bracketing: The Creative Insurance Policy

Get creative with your photography by using this age-old technique.

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Early Adopter

Rob Van Petten's (formerly) super-secret assignment

Moose Peterson: Light Lessons

Seeing light opens up your photographic creativity

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Composing Photographs

Tips for making better compositions when photographing in the field

Beginner

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At the Moment

Greg Gibson trades photojournalism for documentary wedding photography

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At Large: Webwork

Karen Kasmauski tells shorter stories

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Marketplace: Step by Step

Taking it easy with the D3200

Add Interest to Photographs with Framing Elements

Using elements of a scene to frame your images adds interest while…

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Essential Elements

Randy Ziegler on simplicity in compositions, gear and advice

Bill Coleman: A Long Term Photo Project

Whether shooting the Amish of Pennsylvania or the landscapes of Maine or Italy,…

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The Human Connection in Photos

Photojournalist Bob Pearson captures the human aspect of news stories

Understanding ISO Sensitivity

Photography is built on the three pillars of exposure: shutter speed, aperture and…

3D Mode

Capture images in 3D for viewing on 3D compatible HDTVs and computers.

1 NIKKOR Technology: Retractable Lens Barrel

Retractable lens barrel technology offers ultra-compact lens design.

Pete Turner: Master of Color Photography

Pete Turner is a master of color, but he's also a master of content and mystery.

Dustin Snipes: Rising Star

Photographer has a flair for capturing unique portraits of athletes and sports action

How a Sports Illustrated Photographer Shoots his Kid's Games

What can a Sports Illustrated photographer teach you about…

Here and Now

The added attractions of the D5100.

Cherie Steinberg Coté: Capturing the Wedding Vibe

For Cherie Steinberg Coté being a wedding photographer means wearing…

Pet Mode

Nikon's new Pet mode lets you capture the expressions and actions of your pet cat or dog automatically.

Taking Close-up Photos

How do I take close-up photos of flowers and small objects?

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Galapagos Encounters: Playing by Different Rules

Karen Kasmauski photographs the wildlife of the Galapagos Islands

Tips for Photographing Mountains

Making the most of mountains in landscape photographs

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Creatively Photographing Objects Up Close

The idea that less is more can be applied to the subject matter in your photos.

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How to Shoot Landscapes

Learn some of the basics for taking better landscape photos.

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5 Easy Composition Guidelines

Follow 5 easy tips for better photo compositions

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Tips for Photographing Birds

Birds make great subjects for photographs; tips for capturing them with your camera.

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Create and Publish Your Own Photo Book

A photo book is a great way to share your images with the world.

Lessons from a Travel Photographer

Attention to details has helped make Rosanne Pennella the successful travel…

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Shooting Extreme Action Photography

Photographer Beth Wald doesn't just shoot from the sidelines; she's in the middle of…

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Well-Seen Images

Rob Van Petten on photographers who inspire him

Quick Takes: Eddie Soloway - Photographic Adventures

Part I: Eddie Soloway's images result from a youthful sense of…

Quick Takes: Eddie Soloway - Photographic Imagination

Part III: Eddie Soloway wraps up the series with a simple question.

COOLPIX: Top Choice for Vacation Camera

Nikon's compact digital cameras are packed with features that let you make great…

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Moving Pictures: Riding the Rails

Riding the Rails for Smooth Moves